Blij
Example: Ik ben blij met mijn nieuwe speelgoed.
Definition
"Blij" is a Dutch adjective meaning feeling happy or pleased, often used to express joy or satisfaction. For example, in the phrase 'Ik ben blij met mijn nieuwe speelgoed,' it conveys being happy with new toys.
Etymology
The Dutch word "blij" originates from Old Dutch and is related to the German word 'froh,' both meaning joyful or glad. Did you know that "blij" has been used since medieval times to describe a cheerful state of mind?
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"Blij" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (A1) - set 2", containing 103 commonly used words.
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